Students launched a project to connect with seniors and teach internet safety, while the council detailed how grass complaints are handled and revealed the true cost of mowing city lots. Other highlights include a resident’s plea for a water line repair refund and a request to change tow truck parking rules.

The council weighed a new landlord registry proposal, with strong opinions on inspections, enforcement, and the need for more housing inspectors. Community members called for higher standards, while other highlights included support for Black-owned businesses and a call to transition away from coal energy.

The council compared local utility rates, heard a resident's push to allow fruit and vegetable gardens on city boulevards, and faced criticism over meeting transparency and communication. Additional highlights include a plea to help find a missing resident and concerns about downtown business closures and public safety.

The council reviewed an expedited 125-megawatt solar project, debated its funding and site details, and approved a historic landmark conversion for 541 E Black Ave. Other highlights include new uses for cannabis tax revenue, calls for a landlord registry, and public concerns about city services and housing conditions.